Coronary Angiography. In the Medical and Surgical Treatment of Ischemic Heart Disease.

Abstract

Coronary artery angiography is the standard against which all other methods of diagnosing coronary artery disease are compared. It is important for cardiologists and internists to understand its uses and limitations in managing patients with suspected or known ischemic heart disease.

Dr. Pujadas' catheterization experience in Buenos Aires spans 2 decades. In the last 7 years, he and his collaborators have focused intensively on the hemodynamics and angiographic anatomy of ischemic heart disease. His book permits not only a look into his laboratory, but into his medical practice. A large part of the text covers the classification, natural history, clinical